Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon ELPH 180

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Canon ELPH 180, both Ultracompact cameras and both are sold by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and ELPH 180 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was launched 5 years earlier than the ELPH 180 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up versus the ELPH 180 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Canon PowerShot ELPH 180. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Canon ELPH 180 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Canon ELPH 180 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 310 HS vs the ELPH 180.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and ELPH 180 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and ELPH 180.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon ELPH 180 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older ELPH 310 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.